Antique African Senufo Brass Pendant Mask Cote d'Ivoire Ivory Coast - $150 - (Haddon Heights, NJ)
Antique African Senufo Brass Pendant Mask Cote d'Ivoire Ivory Coast A Senufo metal pendant mask. Cast in brass (or bronze) by the Senufo brass casters guild known as Kpeene, this Kodoli-yehe mask combines elements of Senufo mythology and culturally known symbols. The horns are those of the powerful buffalo important to Poro initiates. The small legs below the chin symbolize the hornbill bird, one of the Senufo primordial creatures and the first to be hunted by men. The shape of the face and protruding lips are well known style elements of Senufo sculpture. Smaller than the full-size masks, but larger than most pendant masks. A great example. Overall Size 9" x 6" Face Only 5" x 3" Dates to the 20th Century Provanace, purchased several years ago at a specialty auction. The auction was selling a collectors large collection of Black/ African items Packed well and Insured. A signature will be required for delivery.
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